A new wave of AI development tools is changing how we write code, but can AI truly replace a human coding partner? In this video, we explore the capabilities of Aider and Cohere, two tools built to support real-time, conversational pair programming. We’ll break down how they work, where they shine, and the surprising limitations that came up during testing. Whether you're an experienced developer or simply curious about the future of coding, this deep dive will give you a clear picture of where AI-assisted programming stands today.
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✍️ Resources ✍️
- Aider: https://aider.chat/
- GitHub Repository: https://github.com/clarkio/ai-code-security
- Aider generated code: https://github.com/clarkio/aider-cohere-command-r-04-2025
⏲️ Chapters ⏲️
0:00 Can AI Really Pair Program?
0:28 What is Aider and How Does It Work?
1:12 Aider vs Claude Code vs GitHub Copilot
2:17 Supported Models and Key Features
3:23 Installing Aider and Setting Up Cohere
4:19 First Impressions and Initial Challenges
6:01 Prompting Aider to Build a Web App
7:33 Folder Issues and Learning Curve
10:28 Fixes, Testing, and Final App Review
15:12 Security Scan, Results, and Final Thoughts
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